Patio - transitional patio idea in San Francisco with a bbq area

Black and white home exterior with a plunge pool in the backyard.
Pool - country two-story and backyard mixed siding, board and batten, concrete paver and rectangular multicolored pool idea in Austin with a black roof

Christina Wedge
Inspiration for a large transitional back porch remodel in Atlanta with decking and a roof extension

Large trendy backyard deck photo in Grand Rapids with no cover

Garage - cottage two-car garage idea in Kansas City

By creating two separate spaces (living and dining) the Designs by Robin team was able to accessorizes for both. In the Living, we grounded the space by adding a rug. Coordinating pillows with fun trim makes this living area very elegant. Adding an outdoor buffet console really help define the dining area and gives you a space to store your outdoor items, while giving you a surface to place fun, colorful lamps.

Set upon an oversized and highly sought-after creekside lot in Brentwood, this ​two story home and full guest home exude a casual, contemporary farmhouse style and vibe. The main residence boasts 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, each ensuite with thoughtful touches that accentuate the home’s overall classic finishes. The master retreat opens to a large balcony overlooking the yard accented by mature bamboo and palms. Other features of the main house include European white oak floors, recessed lighting, built in speaker system, attached 2-car garage and a laundry room with 2 sets of state-of-the-art Samsung washers and dryers. The bedroom suite on the first floor enjoys its own entrance, making it ideal for guests. The open concept kitchen features Calacatta marble countertops, Wolf appliances, wine storage, dual sinks and dishwashers and a walk-in butler’s pantry. The loggia is accessed via La Cantina bi-fold doors that fully open for year-round alfresco dining on the terrace, complete with an outdoor fireplace. The wonderfully imagined yard contains a sparkling pool and spa and a crisp green lawn and lovely deck and patio areas. Step down further to find the detached guest home, which was recognized with a Decade Honor Award by the Los Angeles Chapter of the AIA in 2006, and, in fact, was a frequent haunt of Frank Gehry who inspired its cubist design. The guest house has a bedroom and bathroom, living area, a newly updated kitchen and is surrounded by lush landscaping that maximizes its creekside setting, creating a truly serene oasis.

Weather and Insect Screen
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard concrete patio kitchen remodel in New Orleans with a roof extension

Joseph Smith
Inspiration for a timeless detached three-car garage remodel in Atlanta

Photo: Charles Davis Smith, AIA
Small urban backyard concrete paver patio photo in Dallas with a roof extension

Exterior of the remodeled barn. -Randal Bye
Large farmhouse red three-story wood gable roof photo in Philadelphia

Builder: Pillar Homes - Photography: Landmark Photography
Mid-sized elegant brick floor and red floor sunroom photo in Minneapolis with a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a standard ceiling

Sean Litchfield
Living room - coastal formal and enclosed dark wood floor living room idea in New York with beige walls

Dock - eclectic backyard dock idea in San Francisco with no cover

MIchael K. Wilkinson
Inspiration for a traditional partial sun outdoor basketball/tennis/multi-game court in DC Metro.

Patterned bluestone, board-on-board concrete and seasonal containers establish strength of line in the front landscape design. Plants are subordinate components of the design and just emerging from their winter dormancy.

Celebrity Chef Sam Zien was tired of being confined to his small barbecue when filming grilling episodes for his new show. So, he came to us with a plan and we made it happen. We provided Sam with an extended L shaped pergola and L shape lounging area to match. In addition, we installed a giant built in barbecue and surrounding counter with plenty of seating for guests on or off camera. Zen vibes are important to Sam, so we were sure to keep that top of mind when finalizing even the smallest of details.

Photo: Scott Pease
Patio - mid-sized modern backyard stone patio idea in Cleveland with a fire pit and a gazebo

David Papazian
1950s backyard patio photo in Portland with a fire pit and no cover